ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Donath Landsteiner : 0013039

Mnemonic: IRL-DL

Methodology: Hemolysis
Performed: Mon-Fri
Reported: 1-3 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Plain red.

Specimen Preparation: Do not freeze red cells. Maintain specimen at 37until serum is separated from cells. Transport 2 mL serum. (Min: 1.5 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Remarks:

Unacceptable Conditions: Separator or gel tubes.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 72 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval:
By report
CPT Code(s): 86941